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Columbia - Busboys and Poets

Busser/Barback

Columbia, MD · On-site

$7/hr

Busboys and Poets is a restaurant/bar/bookstore/event space/community where racial and cultural ... Must have weekend availability and work a minimum of 3 shifts per week * Must be able to work with ...

Takoma - Busboys and Poets

Busser/Barback

Washington, DC · On-site

$10/hr

Busboys and Poets is a restaurant/bar/bookstore/event space/community where racial and cultural ... Must have weekend availability and work a minimum of 3 shifts per week * Must be able to work with ...

Swingers Dupont Circle

Busser

Washington, DC · On-site

$10.30/hr

Swingers -the crazy golf club is looking for a Busser to join our team inDupont Circle! We offer ... nights, weekends, and holidays Anessential function of this position is to be on premises to ...

Swingers

Busser

Washington, DC · On-site

$10.30/hr

Swingers - the crazy golf club is looking for a Busser to join our team in Dupont Circle! We offer ... nights, weekends, and holidays An essential function of this position is to be on premises to ...

Titan Hospitality Group

Busser

Alexandria, VA · On-site

The busser will clear, sanitize, and set tables. The busser will also assist other team members by cleaning floors, assisting dishwasher, and maintaining all surfaces in the front of the house. The ...

Swingers Dupont Circle

Busser

Washington, DC

$10.30/hr

Swingers - the crazy golf club is looking for a Busser to join our team in Dupont Circle! We offer ... nights, weekends, and holidays An essential function of this position is to be on premises to ...

Titan Hospitality Group

Busser

Gambrills, MD · On-site

The busser will clear, sanitize, and set tables. The busser will also assist other team members by cleaning floors, assisting dishwasher, and maintaining all surfaces in the front of the house. The ...

Smashing Grapes

Busser

Annapolis, MD

The busser will clear, sanitize, and set tables. The busser will also assist other team members by cleaning floors, assisting dishwasher, and maintaining all surfaces in the front of the house. The ...

Titan Hospitality Group

Busser

Annapolis, MD

The busser will clear, sanitize, and set tables. The busser will also assist other team members by cleaning floors, assisting dishwasher, and maintaining all surfaces in the front of the house. The ...

Titan Hospitality Restaurant Group

busser

Crofton, MD

$3.63/hr

Busser Location: Gambrills, MD, 21114Job Summary: We are seeking a reliable and hardworking individual to join our team as a Busser. The Busser will be responsible for clearing and resetting tables ...

Silver Diner Development, LLC

Busser

Elkridge, MD · On-site

Weekends and holiday availability is required for these open positions Bussers work in both the front and the heart of the house and experience the entire operation. They support the dishwashers and ...

Silver Diner Development, LLC

Busser

Elkridge, MD · On-site

Weekends and holiday availability is required for these open positions Bussers work in both the front and the heart of the house and experience the entire operation. They support the dishwashers and ...

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How much do weekend busser jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend busser in Washington is $14.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.73 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend busser?

Weekend bussers are restaurant staff responsible for clearing tables, resetting them for new guests, and assisting servers during weekends, which are typically busy periods. Their main duties include removing dirty dishes, wiping down tables and chairs, refilling water glasses, and sometimes helping with basic cleaning tasks. Bussers play a key role in ensuring a smooth dining experience by keeping the dining area tidy and supporting the waitstaff. Working as a weekend busser often involves fast-paced work and excellent teamwork skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a weekend busser, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Busser, you need strong attention to detail, basic food service knowledge, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment; no formal education is typically required, but prior experience in hospitality is a plus. Familiarity with point-of-sale systems and health and safety regulations can be beneficial. Excellent teamwork, communication, and a positive attitude help you stand out in this role. These skills ensure customer satisfaction, smooth restaurant operations, and a clean, welcoming dining environment.

What are the main challenges a weekend busser might face during peak hours, and how can they effectively handle them?

Weekend Bussers often encounter high guest volumes and fast-paced environments, especially during meal rushes. The main challenges include clearing tables quickly, resetting them efficiently, and coordinating with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service. To handle these demands, it's important to stay organized, communicate clearly with team members, and remain calm under pressure. Developing good time management and multitasking skills will help you maintain a clean dining area and support the overall guest experience.

What is the difference between Weekend Busser vs Part-Time Server?

AspectWeekend BusserPart-Time Server
ResponsibilitiesClearing tables, resetting, assisting serversTaking orders, serving food and drinks, handling payments
Required SkillsTeamwork, basic customer serviceCustomer service, communication, multitasking
Work EnvironmentRestaurant dining area, fast-pacedRestaurant dining area, customer interaction
CredentialsNone typically requiredNone typically required, but some establishments prefer experience

Weekend Bussers focus on supporting the service team by maintaining cleanliness and efficiency, while Part-Time Servers directly interact with customers by taking orders and serving food. Both roles are common in restaurant settings and require good customer service skills, but their responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Busser job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 5% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,692 per year, or $14.8 per hour.

Busser/Barback

Hyattsville - Busboys and Poets

Hyattsville, MD • On-site

$7/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Busboys and Poets is a restaurant/bar/bookstore/event space/community where racial and cultural connections are consciously uplifted and a place to take a deliberate pause and feed your mind, body and soul. It is also a space for art, culture and politics to intentionally collide. We believe that by creating such a space we can inspire social change and begin to transform our community and the world.
We are always looking for passionate, hospitality-driven, people-persons! Do you want to work in a diverse space, where you truly be yourself, that serves delicious food? As a busser/barback, you will work in a team-oriented, fast-paced, guest-centric environment where we want to see you succeed and ultimately grow, both personally and professionally. If this sounds like the vibe you’re looking for, we hope you will apply!
Job Type: Variable


Pay: $7.00 an hour plus tip out from the servers/bar. You can make as much as $25 an hour with a guarantee that you will never make less than $17.50 per hour.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Busboys and Poets offers competitive pay and benefits including a wide choice of health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match 100% of 4% and 50% of the next 2% of contributions, 1 week sick leave per year, paid parental leave, a company paid life insurance policy, pet insurance and so much more!
WHY WORK FOR US

Join a diverse space:
81% of our total workforce identifies as a person of color, 45% of our total workforce identifies as female and 5% of our workforce identifies as a person with disabilities. Our executive team also represents gender diversity, ethnic diversity, sexual orientation, and more. Men and women equally represented as well as various cultural and religious backgrounds. We strive to provide an inclusive workplace where you can bring your authentic self to work.

Grow with us:
Over 60% of our managers were promoted from within to their existing role from line staff or from Front-of-House manager to Assistant or General Manager. Our entire Executive Team consists of existing employees who showed promise and were promoted into leadership positions.

Work with latest technologies:
Striving to be a leader in our industry, we utilize a broad spectrum of technologies including our tech forward training program, employee payroll system, a self-managed tip distribution system, an events and catering platform, inventory management system, our POS Toast and much more!

Happy staff:
Busboys and Poets is always looking for the next best way to engage with our staff. This includes raffles, anniversary boxes, an employee dedicated web-based forum and information site, blog and podcast.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

  • Wipe tables, bar or seats with dampened cloths or replace dirty tablecloths.
  • Set tables and bar with clean linens, condiments, or other supplies.
  • Scrape and stack dirty dishes and carry dishes and other tableware to kitchens for cleaning as well as carrying dishes, trays, or silverware from kitchens or supply departments to expo line.
  • Clean up spilled food or drink or broken dishes and remove empty bottles and trash.
  • Maintain adequate supplies of items such as to-go materials, clean linens, silverware, glassware, dishes, or trays. Stock cabinets or serving areas with condiments and refill condiment containers.
  • Serve ice water, coffee, rolls, or butter to patrons when required
  • Fill beverage or ice dispensers
  • Serve food to customers when food runners, bartenders or servers need assistance
  • Clean and polish counters, shelves, walls, furniture, or equipment in food service areas or other areas of restaurants and mop or vacuum floors.

Qualifications:

  • Must have weekend availability and work a minimum of 3 shifts per week
  • Must be able to work with a team!

Physical Requirements:

  • Spend time bending or twisting the body
  • Spend time lifting heavy weight
  • Spend time standing on feet for long hours
  • Spend time using hands to handle, control, or feel objects/tools

Busboys and Poets owns and operates 8 multi-concept restaurant, bar, event, and bookstore spaces in DC, Maryland and Virginia.
Our locations include: 14th & V, 450K, Anacostia, Brookland, Columbia, Hyattsville, Shirlington, and Takoma with more on the horizon!
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